How to Force Restart Your iPhone (2026 Guide)

If your iPhone is frozen, stuck on a black screen, or not responding to touch, don’t panic. A force restart can quickly fix most temporary software glitches without deleting your data.

In this 2026 step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to safely force restart your iPhone depending on your model.

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When Should You Force Restart Your iPhone?

• iPhone screen is frozen
• Apps are not responding
• iPhone stuck on Apple logo
• Black screen issue
• Touch not working properly

Force restarting does NOT delete your photos, apps, or data.

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How to Force Restart iPhone (Face ID Models – iPhone 12, 13, 14, 15 & Newer)

1. Quickly press and release the Volume Up button.
2. Quickly press and release the Volume Down button.
3. Press and hold the Side button until the Apple logo appears.

Release the button when you see the Apple logo.

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How to Force Restart iPhone 7 & 7 Plus

1. Press and hold the Volume Down button.
2. At the same time, press and hold the Side button.
3. Keep holding until the Apple logo appears.

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How to Force Restart iPhone 6s, 6s Plus & SE (1st Gen)

1. Press and hold the Home button.
2. At the same time, press and hold the Top or Side button.
3. Release both when you see the Apple logo.

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What If Force Restart Doesn't Work?

If your iPhone still doesn't turn on:

• Charge your device for at least 30 minutes
• Check your charging cable and adapter
• Update iOS using a computer
• Contact Apple Support if hardware issue persists

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Final Thoughts

A force restart is one of the quickest ways to fix minor iPhone software issues in 2026. It’s safe, simple, and takes less than 30 seconds.

Bookmark this guide so you’re prepared whenever your iPhone becomes unresponsive.

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